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A teen site and community for teenage girlsWed, 16 May 2018 21:34:05 +0000en-UShourly1https://wordpress.org/?v=4.914 Fun Emoji Gift Ideas To Ask For This Holiday Seasonhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/12/13/emoji-holiday-gift-ideas/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/12/13/emoji-holiday-gift-ideas/#respondWed, 13 Dec 2017 20:00:53 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=310185If I were to ask you how much you loved emojis, I’m guessing that you would probably text me a bunch of multi-colored hearts with a few smiling happy faces. You might even add some thumbs up or even a few 100’s. If you dropped a poop emoji and a thumbs down in a non-ironic … Read More

]]>If I were to ask you how much you loved emojis, I’m guessing that you would probably text me a bunch of multi-colored hearts with a few smiling happy faces. You might even add some thumbs up or even a few 100’s. If you dropped a poop emoji and a thumbs down in a non-ironic way, you’re in the wrong place, because this is for people who love emojis.

If you, or someone you know, jumps at the shot to rock an emoji Halloween costume, or you find most of your texts being communicated in symbols, you probably are requesting some emoji gifts for the holidays. And if you’re not, I suggest that you get on it because these emoji-themed presents are super cute. *Insert pink heart emoji here* Have a look at 14 emoji gifts that will please all the emojis fans in your life.

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/12/13/emoji-holiday-gift-ideas/feed/010 Randomly Awesome Gifts You Need To Give Out This Yearhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/22/10-randomly-awesome-gifts-you-need-to-give-out-this-year/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/22/10-randomly-awesome-gifts-you-need-to-give-out-this-year/#respondWed, 22 Nov 2017 22:05:57 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309986If you have ever given a holiday-specific gift to another person–whether it’s for Christmas, Hanukkah, the Winter Solstice, or something else entirely–you will know that this is something that is easier said than done. Like, sure, it’s easy when you know the person well, and you can give them the exact book or Harry Styles … Read More

]]>If you have ever given a holiday-specific gift to another person–whether it’s for Christmas, Hanukkah, the Winter Solstice, or something else entirely–you will know that this is something that is easier said than done. Like, sure, it’s easy when you know the person well, and you can give them the exact book or Harry Styles prayer candle they have been talking about for weeks.

But when it’s for someone you don’t know as well, it’s…difficult. With these people, you can always go the “generic” route and get them, like, a candle or a scarf or something. But, also, what is the point? Candles and scarves are fine items in and of themselves, but to give one is almost the same as giving up the fact that you know nothing about the interior life of the person you are giving it to. But it doesn’t have to be this way! You just have to have some handy gift ideas up your sleeve that, though somewhat impersonal, don’t really seem that way. So, check out some randomly awesome gifts you need to add to your giveaway list this year:

Chocolate is a gift that, if not quite impersonal, certainly comes across as impersonal adjacent. Still, this chocolate from Goodio is so nice and unique that it makes the perfect gift. (Or addition to a gift.)

So, sure, cooking isn’t for everyone. But Julia Childs certainly is. So, for the person who yearns to be a domestic goddess, but certainly won’t want to do any of the cooking themselves, get them this gorgeous photography collection of Paul and Julia Child’s time together in France.

So, if you’re anything like me, you probably aren’t exactly in a position to spend upwards of a hundred bucks on a gift for someone. but if you have a relative who keeps asking you what you want, and you really don’t know, this MVMT watch is a perfect option.

This unisex perfume is has an amazing, light, non-cloying scent that should appeal to anyone. Plus, it doesn’t have a ton of chemicals in it (like most perfumes do) so you can feel good about waering it and/or giving it to people.

Robes are some of my favorite things to give and get every holiday season, since they’re something that’s useful all year round but come in particularly handy during the cold winter months. Make your robe present extra stylish this year with this kimono-style robe from Sudara.

Is this a little, um, personal? Sure! But bras are the kind of thing that people tend to forget to buy for themselves–if you know someone’s size (or tell them yours) it’s a great opportunity to give or get a bra that’s slightly nicer than the ones people tend to get for themselves.

A book is a great thing to give to someone you kind of know, but know you want to know better eventually. This one, by YA powerhouse E. Lockhart, just so happens to be particularly excellent, and will serve as a great conversation starter later down the road.

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/22/10-randomly-awesome-gifts-you-need-to-give-out-this-year/feed/06 Studies That Will Give You Hope If You Aren’t Coolhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/15/studies-that-will-give-you-hope-if-you-arent-cool/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/15/studies-that-will-give-you-hope-if-you-arent-cool/#respondWed, 15 Nov 2017 17:00:27 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309901If you are reading this right now, I am going to go ahead and assume that, at this particular moment, you aren’t exactly thriving in your social life. Well, I am going to tell you what everyone from your mom to your teachers to the TV shows you watch have probably been telling you–being cool … Read More

]]>If you are reading this right now, I am going to go ahead and assume that, at this particular moment, you aren’t exactly thriving in your social life.

Well, I am going to tell you what everyone from your mom to your teachers to the TV shows you watch have probably been telling you–being cool in high school is vastly overrated. I know this both from an anecdotal standpoint–I was not very cool in high school, myself, and I am doing okay for myself now!–and from a scientific one, because there are a bunch of real, peer-reviewed studies on what happens to people who were cool in high school (bad things, usually) and what happens to people who weren’t cool in high school (good things!).

Which leads one to believe that, shockingly, many people who work as scientists today weren’t the most popular people in their youth. So, check out these studies that will give you a lot of hope if you aren’t exactly the coolest person at your high school:

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Popular Kids Have More Anxiety By Early Adulthood

According to a study published earlier this year in the scientific journal Child Development, popularity in high school is often tied to high levels of anxiety in early adulthood. Obviously, this doesn't mean that you're doomed to a life of anxiety and depression if you just so happen to be popular. Still, if you are the kind of person who feels anxiety and depression upon the mere thought of high school (as, like, a concept), this is the kind of information that might be comforting to tuck away in your back pocket.

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Popular Teens Can't Move On

According to a study that followed teens for over a decade after high school, those who reported popularity in high school seemed to have trouble moving on from that popularity later in life. They pick the people they date based on their perceived social status and assume any failure that may occur in their life happened because they aren't cool enough--which, unsurprisingly, takes a toll on people.

Being Popular Doesn't Translate To Real-World Success I

It can be easy to assume that the popular people at you school are on a fast track to success. After all, everyone likes them now--why shouldn't that continue happening as they apply to college and, later, interview for jobs? But, according to a study that focused on how popular people fared post high school, being popular had no impact, financially or otherwise, on real-life success.

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Losing Your Virginity Later In Life = Good Things

According to a study done at the University of Texas, people who lose their virginity on the later side (defined in the study as age 19 or older) tend to report a higher level of education, a higher income, and a greater level of personal relationship satisfaction during adulthood than those who lose their virginity at an "average" (age 15-19) or "early" age (age 15 or lower). Obviously, you don't have to be "cool" in high school in order to lose your virginity in high school. Still, there is an age-old high school dichotomy that equates popularity with sexuality, so, if you find that your high school experience reflects that, you can take some comfort in knowing that losing your V-card on prom night definitely isn't going to improve your life.

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No One Cares About Your Behavior As Much As You Think

The best news about your popularity (or lack thereof) in high school? No one really cares about it. A study that conducted "embarrassing" experiments on people (such as making them wear an embarrassing T-shirt in public) to see what degree they thought their behavior was noticed by others found that, for the most part, no one cared about the embarrassing thing as much as the subject thought they did. This means that any embarrassing thing that happens to you in high school barely registers with anyone else.

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/15/studies-that-will-give-you-hope-if-you-arent-cool/feed/015 Perfect Gifts Every Feminist Needs To Get This Yearhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/13/best-gifts-guide-for-feminists/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/13/best-gifts-guide-for-feminists/#respondMon, 13 Nov 2017 21:00:14 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309781I don’t think it is too much of a stretch to say that, overall, it’s been a pretty tough year for women. We don’t really need to get into every single bad thing, exactly (which can basically be summed up by the old adage, “men with money and influence generally do bad things”), but, chances are, you’re … Read More

]]>I don’t think it is too much of a stretch to say that, overall, it’s been a pretty tough year for women. We don’t really need to get into every single bad thing, exactly (which can basically be summed up by the old adage, “men with money and influence generally do bad things”), but, chances are, you’re feeling the weight of the world a little more than you usually might. If this is the case for you, it’s probably time to put out some good energy into the universe and show the women and girls in your life that you care about them by getting them some feminism-oriented gifts.

Obviously, buying a t-shirt that says “girl power” or a tube of Elisabeth Moss-endorsed lipstick with a sassy name that donates a tiny fraction of its proceeds to charity isn’t going to put an end to the various detriments to society–misogyny, sexual abuse, the gender wage gap, etc–that disproportionately affect women. Still, if you’re giving or getting gifts anyway, it can be nice to get ones that reflect the values that you care about. So, check out these gifts that are perfect for any feminist:

Sure, this is a pretty, uh, personal gift, so you should only give it to someone you’re close with. But sexual agency and fulfillment is important,so, in many ways, this is the best gift to give and get.

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/13/best-gifts-guide-for-feminists/feed/015 Incredible Gifts Every Taylor Swift Fan Needs This Yearhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/11/taylor-swift-fan-gift-guide-reputation/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/11/taylor-swift-fan-gift-guide-reputation/#respondSat, 11 Nov 2017 18:00:56 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309627If you’re a Swiftie (aka a Taylor Swift fan) odds are good you’re spending this weekend (and every day to come) listening to Reputation on repeat. I won’t judge! I will probably be doing the same. It just so happens that Taylor released her album right at the beginning of the holiday season. Coincidence? Doubtful. … Read More

]]>If you’re a Swiftie (aka a Taylor Swift fan) odds are good you’re spending this weekend (and every day to come) listening to Reputation on repeat. I won’t judge! I will probably be doing the same. It just so happens that Taylor released her album right at the beginning of the holiday season. Coincidence? Doubtful. But it means that you can ask for all of the merch this year without having to buy it yourself. It’s kind of amazing!

Sure, you could be a “real fan” and buy these things right now, but honestly, being a fan is hard and expensive. So, you might want to hold off on buying some of these things, and have your parents/BFFs/ partner buy them for you. After all, it is the season of giving, right? So, if you want to celebrate your love of Taylor Swift, check out these cool Taylor-inspired gifts.

The Reputation magazines are a collection of original poetry, artwork and photos of Taylor, all in a cute little scrapbook. There are two of them, and they are a little pricey, which is why asking for the holidays is a perfect opportunity to expand your Swift library.

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/11/taylor-swift-fan-gift-guide-reputation/feed/012 Things On The Internet That You Should Never Let Your Crush Seehttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/things-on-the-internet-that-you-should-never-let-your-crush-see/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/things-on-the-internet-that-you-should-never-let-your-crush-see/#respondFri, 10 Nov 2017 23:04:49 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309728I don’t know if you have noticed, but, these days, there happens to be a lot of questionable content on the internet. Well, to be fair, this is and has always been the case–as long as the internet has existed, there has always been questionable, borderline (or straight-up) problematic stuff on it, probably–but, recently, it … Read More

]]>I don’t know if you have noticed, but, these days, there happens to be a lot of questionable content on the internet. Well, to be fair, this is and has always been the case–as long as the internet has existed, there has always been questionable, borderline (or straight-up) problematic stuff on it, probably–but, recently, it has been nearly impossible to log on without seeing something that makes it seem as though the only proper response, really, is to throw one’s laptop straight out of the window.

If you have been facing a similar issue, I am sorry–this post is not really going to do anything to make you feel better about the state of the ‘net! Fortunately, all of the stuff on it is more of a benign type of evil rather than the active, chaotic kind you have likely gown accustomed to. In fact, it is evil only in that it likely represents a thought you have probably had, at some point or another, but it is expressed in a way that is so convoluted and disjointed that it makes you hate yourself for ever letting such a thought pass through your head. Many of them, unsurprisingly, have to do with feelings people tend to have about people they like. So, check out these things that can be found on the internet that you should probably never, ever let your crush see. Or do! Who cares. It’s up to you:

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/things-on-the-internet-that-you-should-never-let-your-crush-see/feed/09 Fictional TV And Movie Villains You Should Actually Feel Sorry Forhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/fictional-tv-movie-villains-you-should-feel-sorry-for-ask-reddit/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/fictional-tv-movie-villains-you-should-feel-sorry-for-ask-reddit/#respondFri, 10 Nov 2017 23:00:56 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309422In every story, there has to be a villain. Why? Because if there wasn’t at least one evil character who does terrible things, the story simply wouldn’t be very interesting. You can only hear so much about good characters who do most things right before you get bored out of your mind. Villains often make … Read More

]]>In every story, there has to be a villain. Why? Because if there wasn’t at least one evil character who does terrible things, the story simply wouldn’t be very interesting. You can only hear so much about good characters who do most things right before you get bored out of your mind. Villains often make a story what it is. And when a fictional character is portrayed as evil, then they kind of automatically become the worst, which means we only see them as evil. When that happens, we ignore their backstory, and forget that, hey, maybe we should be feeling sorry for them instead of hating them.

Villains become villains for a reason, and usually, that reason is that their life has kind of, well, sucked. When you think about the awful things they may have gone through that have turned them into the way they are, it’s hard not to feel some sympathy for them. Why is any of this important? Well, it’s important to remember this for real life evil people too. Sure, some people do horrible things for no discernible reason. But most of the time, there is a reason, and it’s usually sad. This Ask Reddit thread on fictional villains we should feel sorry for got me thinking about it, and I wanted to share it with you guys. Here are some fictional villains from movies and TV shows who you should actually feel bad for… instead of just hating their guts:

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Draco Malfoy from Harry Potter

Draco definitely isn't the main villain in Harry Potter (obviously), but he is without a doubt still a villainous character. But, uh, I can't help but feel kind of sorry for this kid, who seemed destined to become evil because of how he grew up. User jolieminou[S] says, "Draco Malfoy. Poor boy is raised in a family of bigots who indulged him and set a path for him from birth. It's unfair to compare him to Harry, who was also raised by bigots, but is nothing like them. At the start of the series, Draco is 11. Harry is an exceptional boy, I don't know many children who'd stand up to others, including grown adults, like he does."

This explanation from user lugarsin makes more sense to me: "I like Draco, too. He has every reason to turn completely evil, yet he doesn’t and keeps hesitating - not able to kill Dumbledore and not able to hand Harry over to Voldemort, even under the threat of his and his parent’s lives. In the end, he becomes a good father and a friend to Harry so there was someone good in there all along. I think more could have been done with his character."

Warren from Legally Blonde

If you've ever seen Legally Blonde, you know that you are immediately taught to despise Warren for breaking up with Elle. And yes, the dude is a jerk about it - but was it REALLY that bad? User jolieminou[S] says, "Warren from Legally Blonde. Okay so he wanted to take himself more seriously now that he's pursuing his profession, and wanted to date someone who had similar interests/goals. But his ex-girlfriend abandons her life and follows him to his school where she can try to win him back."

It IS kind of weird when you think about it that way. If Warren wasn't such a jerk in other ways, I'd feel more sorry for him.

Sharpay Evans from High School Musical

I haven't seen High School Musical, but even I know that Sharpay Evans is the villain - the spoiled, snobby, bratty girl who pitches a fit when things don't go her way. Well, maybe we should feel a teensy bit sorry for her instead of immediately claiming she's the worst. User camlop says, "Sharpay Evans from High School Musical. She is the most qualified and most ambitious, but then these two total rookies come in and steal her show from her. Yeah, she should accept that she can't get everything she wants, but I definitely understand how she feels." Makes sense!

Darth Vader from Star Wars

Okay, don't yell at me, but I've never seen Star Wars. So, I'll let user dadsmeatwagon explain this one: "Anikan Skywalker/Darth Vader. Born to a slave mother without a father; raised by saber wielding evangelicals & told he was "the chosen one"; gets consistently undermined & berated when his unorthodox but effective, methods don't align with the way the Jedi do things. Finds a woman he cares so deeply about he will kill for her, but has to keep his love/marriage secret because Jedi can't marry; he can't tell any of his peers/friends about the happiest day of his life. He returns to his home world to save his mother only to find her barely alive, & he holds her as she dies in his arms. He couldn't save her sooner because the Jedi were training him. Then, the Jedi deny him the title of Master because of he's a hothead. Meanwhile, Senator Palpatine praises Anikan, and gives him what the Jedi have denied him, pulling him into the dark side. Vader really is a tragic character. He's a victim of circumstance; a product of his environment."

Harley Quinn

Is Harley Quinn REALLY that bad? User co_lund doesn't think so, saying, "Harley Quinn. Because she is the story of the smart, ambitious girl who fell in love with a manipulative abuser, and even though she is smart, it's very hard for her to see his evilness and escape. Textbook abusive relationship. I guess that resonated with me. She commits evil deeds for him like a pawn because she loves him, and when she's away from him she acts like a ditz because playing dumb is what protects her from getting hit. She is smart, but she doesn't let it show."

Miranda from Mrs. Doubtfire

Miranda isn't exactly painted as a villain in Mrs. Doubtfire, but she's definitely the character everyone rolls their eyes at and hates. And that's not really fair! User lagerbaer says, "The wife in Mrs Doubtfire. Not technically a villain, but we're meant to empathize with Williams' character because he's such a "cool" dad. But holy shit, he's undermining his wife at every step, offloading the unpleasant part of parenting (you know, discipline, stuff like that) onto her, forcing her to be the strict, lame, uncool mom while he gets to reap the rewards of being the cool dad who throws a ridiculous house party for his son's birthday."

Skyler White from Breaking Bad

To be honest, I hate Skyler and even I'm not sure why. Her husband totally made her life miserable and he was the worst! User tabby_whiskers says, "Skyler from Breaking Bad. She wasn't a villain as such but she got a ton of undeserved hate. When you look at the situation from her perspective it was pretty shitty and none of it was her fault or her choice."

Frankenstein's Creature from Frankenstein

I didn't feel sorry for Frankenstein's monster until I read the book. I'll let user RaichuRose explain: "Frankenstein's creature. In the book there's more sympathy on him, but every movie about that story TOTALLY destroys the purpose of that book. The creature is abandoned by his "father" (Dr. Frankenstein) because he's gross looking. Every person he meets tries to kill him, because he's gross looking. He finds a hole to live in next to a family's cottage and does nice things for them, like bring them firewood, while they sleep. He learns their lsnguage just by listening. One day, he decides to visit when only the blind man is home and tries to make friends, but the son Congress home and tries to kill him. He watches his creator tear literally tear apart his future wife, that he only asked for so that he could have a companion that wouldn't shun him. All because a whiney scientist tried to play god and then didn't take responsibilities for his actions."

Dr. Horrible from Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Vlog

I'm not familiar with this movie, but lots of people on the thread agreed. User JoyfulStingray says, "Dr Horrible!! He really wanted to fix the world - just in a...different way. Which meant teaming up with villains. He was a person who loved others, but he got caught up in trying to keep up with the Evil League of Evil's expectations and lost his humanity trying to achieve it."

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/fictional-tv-movie-villains-you-should-feel-sorry-for-ask-reddit/feed/011 Little Things You Must Do Before Going To Bed To Make Everything Cozierhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/little-things-to-do-before-going-to-bed-to-make-everything-cozier/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/little-things-to-do-before-going-to-bed-to-make-everything-cozier/#respondFri, 10 Nov 2017 22:03:55 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309582If, for whatever reason, you were to decide that, for the next year or so, you wanted to pull a Mrs. Plumber-from-Harriet–The–Spy and spend all of your time in bed, I don’t think anyone could blame you. (Based on, oh, I don’t know, literally every single thing that has been in the news recently?) Of … Read More

]]>If, for whatever reason, you were to decide that, for the next year or so, you wanted to pull a Mrs. Plumber-from-Harriet–The–Spy and spend all of your time in bed, I don’t think anyone could blame you. (Based on, oh, I don’t know, literally every single thing that has been in the news recently?) Of course, this probably isn’t exactly possible for most people–chances are that you have “school” or “work” or at least “societal obligations” with your “friends and family.”

Still, the thought of spending near-unlimited time in your bed is fairly tempting, wouldn’t you say? And, because of this, you probably want to at least maximize the time you do get to spend in bed. So, check out these little things you can do before going to bed in order to make things just a little bit cozier for yourself:

I don’t know about you, but I always low-key feel like I’m being strangled if I’m trying to fall asleep that’s filled with a lot of clutter. To avoid this, make sure you toss everything that’s taking up space without serving a purpose.

Want to make the room feel extra cozy? Dim the lights and light a (lightly scented or unscented) candle. Just make sure to blow it out before actually falling asleep.

6. Brew some herbal tea:

Drinking some warm chamomile tea before bed isn’t, like, revolutionary advice. But it works! Even if you aren’t, like, super into herbal tea, sometimes the act of having a mug of something warm before getting in bug can be super soothing.

Stressed about something that happened today (or something you have to do tomorrow)? Try writing it down–seeing something actually written out can make it seem less intimidating, and, as a result, less stressful.

And brush your teeth, and floss, and maybe brush your hair. Basic hygiene stuff will help you feel more relaxed, since it signals to your brain that it’s the end of the day (especially if you make it a habit).

If possible, try to put your phone and laptop away before going to bed–the light that comes from your screens make your brain think it’s the morning, which makes it harder to actually go to bed. Instead, try to read a book right before going to bed to make it easier to fall asleep.

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/little-things-to-do-before-going-to-bed-to-make-everything-cozier/feed/019 Perfect Tumblr Posts That Will Make You Feel Awesome If You’re Singlehttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/tumblr-posts-about-being-single-and-happy-memes/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/tumblr-posts-about-being-single-and-happy-memes/#respondFri, 10 Nov 2017 21:00:21 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309417Being single gets a bad rep. Movies, TV shows, and the media can make it seem like being on your own is just an endless cycle of eating junk food, being a third wheel, and going on bad dates until you find someone who is semi-decent. As someone who has been single for years at … Read More

]]>Being single gets a bad rep. Movies, TV shows, and the media can make it seem like being on your own is just an endless cycle of eating junk food, being a third wheel, and going on bad dates until you find someone who is semi-decent. As someone who has been single for years at a time, I can tell you that this is definitely not true. I actually found being single to be really, really fun. It was a time of my life where I got very close with my girl friends and built these incredible friendships that I’ll cherish forever. It was also a time where I really got to know myself and learned how to like myself more.

Sorry to get so sappy, but honestly, if you’re single and have been for a while, or newly single, or feeling down about your lack of a relationship status, you might need a little boost of good spirits, and I’m here to give that to you. Tumblr is full of single people who are owning their single life, and you need to be a part of that. Look at the positive side of things instead of feeling lonely! Here are some perfect Tumblr posts about being single that will make everyone feel amazing. Well, I mean, they might not make you feel amazing if you’re in a relationship, but you get it.

]]>http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/tumblr-posts-about-being-single-and-happy-memes/feed/08 Wild Things You Didn’t Know About Taylor Swift’s “Reputation” Albumhttp://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/taylor-swift-reputation-theories-facts/
http://www.gurl.com/2017/11/10/taylor-swift-reputation-theories-facts/#respondFri, 10 Nov 2017 19:04:14 +0000http://www.gurl.com/?p=309580In case you haven’t noticed, Taylor Swift released her sixth studio album last night, titled Reputation. I know, shocker! Of course, many fans spent the night analyzing every single lyric, letter, and punctuation mark. I won’t lie… I may have been one of those fans. What can I say? Every time I think I’m out, … Read More

]]>In case you haven’t noticed, Taylor Swift released her sixth studio album last night, titled Reputation. I know, shocker! Of course, many fans spent the night analyzing every single lyric, letter, and punctuation mark. I won’t lie… I may have been one of those fans. What can I say? Every time I think I’m out, Taylor Swift pulls me back in with catchy hooks and painfully relatable lyrics that I can’t escape. TBH, I don’t want to escape, okay?!

With all of the drama Taylor was involved with over the past year, she has been kept quiet about most of her life, until now, when her songs revealed every little thing she’s been thinking over the past 14 months. And, honestly, she’s thinking A LOT. Of course, there are a lot of theories and things you might not know about Reputation, so I’ve mapped out a couple fan theories and interesting things about the much-anticipated album. Some of them are more far-fetched than others, but all of them just go to show how complicated the mind of Ms. Swift is. And I LOVE IT.

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Getaway Car Is About Calvin And Tom

"Getaway Car" is about leaving someone. And, most fans think it's about Tay leaving Calvin Harris...and going right to Tom Hiddleston. There are constant references to Tayvin " I wanted a reason / I needed to leave him" and a complicated love triangle "With three of us, honey, it's a sideshow." Obviously, neither of these relationships worked out.

There Is A Getaway Car Music Video Coming

As you may or may not remember, Taylor was spotted filming her "Ready For It" music video a few weeks ago in the streets of London. But..a lot of those shots never made it into the final video. One particular shot from that night, of her filming in a car, has been circulating the internet again, which has fans speculating that there is another video coming, and it could be for "Getaway Car."

Joe Got Taylor The Necklace

Fans have speculated about Tay's mysterious necklace she's been wearing the past few months. As it turns out, Taylor makes multiple references to necklaces on Reputation. Upon further speculation, the necklace she has been wearing has a "J" engraved on it. For Joe, duh. In "Call It What You Want" she sings "I want to wear his initial on a chain around my neck/ Not because he owns me/ but cause he really knows me." And... she really did that.

Dress Could Be About Karlie Kloss

If you have been on Tumblr, like, at all, over the past few years, you probably know about Kaylor stans. If you don't, here is a rundown: many fans think that Taylor and Karlie had a relationship in the past. Now, there is a theory that the super ~sensual~ song Dress is about Karlie. One of the lyrics is "I don't want you as a best friend" which, we as all know, Karlie and Tay are BFFs. Plus, the lyrics "You made your mark on me, golden tattoo" could be a reference to that on time when Tay and Karlie were spotted wearing matching gold temporary tattoos. This is...sort of convincing.

Or Dress Is About Ed Sheeran

Another one of Tay's best friends, Ed Sheeran, is also rumored to be the subject of "Dress,"specifically for the lyrics "There is an indentation In the shape of you" which could be a reference to the mega popular Ed song "Shape Of You" HMMMM. Let's be honest, "Dress" is probably about Joe, her current BF.

End Game Is About Ed's GF

Okay, odds are good that there isn't any romantic feelings between Ed and Taylor, since End Game makes a ton of references to his own GF/rumored fiance Cherry Seaborn. They met in grade school and become friends again when they grew up, which matches the lyrics "Now well, when I was young, we connected/When we were little bit older, both sprung."

The Timelines Are A Little Off

If you're confused about the romantic timing of Tay, you're not alone. A lot of the themes of the songs overlapped, making them seem like they were about the same person, but at a different time. In "Gorgeous", for instance, she sings "I got a boyfriend, he's older than us/ He's in the club doing I don't know what" which seems to be about known-clubgoer Calvin Harris. But, saying he is older also makes us think it's about Tom Hiddleston. Either way, Taylor admitted that song is about Joe, so...I don't know what to think. But it's catchy AF.

Taylor Loves Wine

This is a proven theory. With Taylor's new album, she released two magazines that contain paintings, lyrics, and Polaroids of Taylor. And in most of them, Taylor is drinking wine. Not only that, but in multiple songs, including "Dress" and "Gorgeous"she makes references to loving wine. Go girl.